Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
714960

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sweet

Source:
ksu

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australas. : t. 45 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000714293



Common Names

  • Hakea Ferruginea
  • Ferruginea Hakea
  • Rusty Hakea


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Synonyms

  • Hakea repanda R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Hakea ferruginea (also called Rusty Hakea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia, and is found in heathland, shrubland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hakea ferruginea is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The flowers of the plant are attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hakea ferruginea is a white or cream-colored, cylindrical flower head with a long, curved style. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hakea ferruginea is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Water the seeds regularly until they are established. Take cuttings from the new growth in spring or summer and root them in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Hakea ferruginea

Hakea ferruginea is native to the south-west of Western Australia.

Hakea ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hakea ferruginea?

Hakea ferruginea

What is the common name of Hakea ferruginea?

Rusty Hakea

What is the habitat of Hakea ferruginea?

Hakea ferruginea is found in heathland, shrubland, and woodlands in Western Australia.

Species in the Hakea genus

Hakea chromatropa, Hakea actites, Hakea aculeata, Hakea acuminata, Hakea adnata, Hakea aenigma, Hakea ambigua, Hakea amplexicaulis, Hakea anadenia, Hakea arborescens, Hakea archaeoides, Hakea auriculata, Hakea baxteri, Hakea bicornata, Hakea brachyptera, Hakea breviflora, Hakea brownii, Hakea bucculenta, Hakea candolleana, Hakea carinata, Hakea ceratophylla, Hakea chordophylla, Hakea cinerea, Hakea circumalata, Hakea clavata, Hakea collina, Hakea commutata, Hakea conchifolia, Hakea constablei, Hakea corymbosa, Hakea costata, Hakea cristata, Hakea cucullata, Hakea cyclocarpa, Hakea cycloptera, Hakea cygna, Hakea decurrens, Hakea denticulata, Hakea divaricata, Hakea dohertyi, Hakea drupacea, Hakea ednieana, Hakea elliptica, Hakea eneabba, Hakea epiglottis, Hakea erecta, Hakea eriantha, Hakea erinacea, Hakea eyreana, Hakea falcata,

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,